Riverside Robot Rumble
We will be hosting a MRCA qualifying combat robot competition at the Saint Paul’s Episcopal Church in Riverside, IL. The competition will include 1 lb (antweight) weight class going head-to-head in an enclosed 4’ x 4’ arena.
Tournament Format: The antweight brackets will be a modified Swiss tournament going down to single elimination.
Sign Ups: There are open spots for 28 antweight (1 lbs) bots with a limit of 2 antweight bots per driver.
Sign up starts March 7th at 10:00AM CST
Date: May 4, 2024
Location: Saint Paul’s Episcopal Church [60 Akenside Rd, Riverside, IL 60546]
Venue: Has plenty of space for pits (tables & chairs are provided) please bring an extension cord. There will be a couple of TVs to view the fights.
Prizes:
- First Place $50 gift card to Robot Smashing League’s Store
- Second Place $25 gift card to Robot Smashing League’s Store
- Third Place $10 gift card to Robot Smashing League’s Store
Food: TBD
Arena: 4’ x 4’, Wood Floor, No hazards
Rough Schedule:
- 8:00am – Doors Open
- 9:00am – Safety Opens
- 10:00am – Doors Open for Spectators and fights begin
Entry Fee: $30 per bot
Ruleset: This event will follow MRCA rules
Spectators: Spectators are welcome and free to attend and doors open at 10am. Everyone is strongly encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to donate to the local food pantry.
Live Stream: https://youtube.com/live/fIf0NGPR0Zo
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Volunteers: If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out this form.
Stay-tuned for details about the livestream and feel free to email robotsmashingleague@gmail.com if you have any questions.